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2025 Research Excellence Awards Honour Impactful Scholarship 

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Nine University of Guelph researchers have received this year’s Research Excellence Awards for their groundbreaking work in areas ranging from health and sustainability to society, technology and culture.   The $5,000 awards, presented each year by the Office of Research and the Office of the Provost, recognize newly tenured faculty members for their research, training and […]

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New Study Pinpoints Number of Birds Killed by Cats Each Year 

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It’s no secret that birds are facing many threats in our cities, but the leading cause of death may come as a surprise. It’s not avian flu or natural predators, but instead, outdoor cats.  Cats are responsible for millions of bird deaths each year, but the actual number of deaths has always been difficult to […]

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Global Food Expert Talks Agricultural Entrepreneurial Network with Globe and Mail 

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Dr. Evan Fraser, director of the University of Guelph’s Arrell Food Institute, spoke to The Globe and Mail about RBC’s $5 million investment in agri-tech innovation, including Sustainable Food Systems for Canada (SF4C), a national agri-food innovation and training platform.    […]

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Lived Experience Brings U of G Psychology Research to the Screen in Short Doc

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Through personal narratives, Dr. Stephen Lewis blends research, film, and advocacy In a departure from traditional research methods, University of Guelph Research Leadership Chair Dr. Stephen Lewis worked with students to write, narrate and film a short documentary to communicate their own experiences with self-injury. The film, Self-injury: Stories of Recovery and Hope, is the […]

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Creative Writing at U of G: A Space to Discover and Nurture Diverse Voices

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Internationally renowned MFA opens the door to a new, expanded undergraduate offering When Emily Kellogg began her journey in the Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing, she arrived ready to explore her voice as a non-fiction writer. Drawn to the program because of its small, intimate feel, she wanted an environment that supported yet […]

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Global Food Expert Appears on ‘Quirks and Quarks’ 50th Anniversary Episode  

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Dr. Evan Fraser, director of the University of Guelph’s Arrell Food Institute and professor in the Department of Geography, Environment and Geomatics, discussed his vision of the future of food on CBC’s Quirks & Quarks.  The episode celebrates 50 years of the award-winning radio science program and focuses on the future of science. Fraser discussed […]

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Disability Advocate, Global Health Leader to Receive Honorary Degrees at Fall Convocation

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The University of Guelph is preparing to celebrate its fall graduates and will honour a local disability advocate and a global health leader at its convocation ceremonies.    More than 900 graduates will cross the stage at the Guelph Gryphons Athletics Centre on Tuesday, Oct. 14, marking years of work to realize their unique academic […]

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What’s Open at U of G on Thanksgiving Weekend

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The University’s normal business operations will be reduced on Monday, Oct. 13 for Thanksgiving. Normal operations will resume Tuesday, Oct. 14.  What’s open  Service areas open on Monday, Oct. 13 include:  Athletics Centre  Reduced hours  University Centre (excluding Chef’s Hall, Brass Taps and The Lookout Patio + Grad Lounge)  Main floor is open  Hospitality Services […]

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U of G to Guide Expansion of Ontario’s Agri-Food Research Infrastructure

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The University of Guelph will lead the construction and revitalization of critical agri-food research capacity, powered by a $41-million investment in Agricultural Research and Innovation Ontario (ARIO) research infrastructure from the Government of Ontario.  This funding commitment reinforces U of G’s role as a cornerstone of Ontario’s agri-food innovation ecosystem and ensures that high-impact research […]

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Food Science Experts Talk Salmonella Outbreak with CBC News, TO Star 

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Speaking to CBC News, Dr. Lawrence Goodridge, director of the Canadian Research Institute for Food Safety, and Dr. Keith Warriner, professor in the Department of Food Science, discussed a salmonella outbreak linked to pistachios. They also discussed how the outbreak might last for years with the Toronto Star. Goodridge spoke to CTV News about the ongoing outbreak. […]

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Ontario Agriculture Week Highlights U of G’s Innovation Leadership

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At the intersection of food innovation, ag-tech and training, U of G leaves its mark Generating real-world impact in agriculture has driven the University of Guelph’s mission for more than a century.   In partnership with industry and government, U of G researchers are developing and commercializing innovations that strengthen Ontario’s economy and expand its global agri-food […]

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U of G Researchers Harnessing Tech to Transform Agri-Food Sector 

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Technologies ranging from automation to machine learning are revolutionizing how our food is grown, processed and developed. These tools are improving efficiency, reducing fertilizer use and creating stronger crops that can weather the effects of climate change.  Here’s a look at some of the University of Guelph researchers who are at the forefront of innovation […]

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